Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sabin
noun
/ˈseɪbɪn/
Definition
A unit of measurement used in acoustics to quantify the absorption of sound by a surface.
Examples
- The auditorium was designed to have optimal acoustics, with special panels that increased the sabin of the room.
- When calculating the total sabin, architects must consider the materials used for walls, floors, and ceilings.
- Each person occupies about 0.5 sabin in a given space due to sound absorption from their body.
Meaning
The sabin measures how much sound is absorbed by a material or surface, helping to design spaces with better acoustics.
Synonyms
- None
